Northwest Baltimore suburb surrounded by amenities
In the early 20th century, Garwyn Oaks began as a cluster of colonial- and traditional-style summer houses for wealthy Baltimore families. Now, these homes often consist of numerous rental units or house multigenerational families. With a close community of long-time residents, “Every corner brings a memory,” says Tonette Campbell, a local Realtor with Corner House Realty. Unlike folks that live downtown, Garwyn Oaks homeowners don’t have to hop on the metro to experience the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Gwynns Falls or Forest Park; these attractions are right next door. The Mondawmin Mall and Reisterstown Road also sit within about 2 miles, providing easy access to shopping and dining options. Garwyn Oaks offers a quiet, slow-paced, suburban experience just 6 miles from downtown Baltimore and the Inner Harbor.
Garwyn Oaks families can spend a day in Africa at the Maryland Zoo, near Garwyn Oaks.
Front porches, big and small, are a staple of the homes in the Garwyn Oaks community.
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Enjoying nature near Garwyn Oaks
When strolling along the neighborhood’s streets, one may spot a set of stairs, climbing a small hill. These steps lead to William McGill Park, a green outdoor space with a few benches, shaded by towering trees. For more active outdoor recreation, Hanlon Park, currently under renovation, offers 85 acres of trails, athletic courts and fishing spots on Lake Ashburton. Alternatively, a few blocks southwest, the Gwynn Falls Trailhead connects hikers and bikers to Gwynn Falls/Leakin Park, which is the largest park in the city and the second-largest woodland park in the United States. Under 3 miles east, folks can enjoy Druid Hill Park, home to the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. The zoo houses the largest African penguin colony in the country and hosts plenty of events, from private parties to breakfasts with the animals. Druid Hill Park has countless unique activities apart from the zoo, including a disc golf course, picnic groves and a Zen garden.
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Druid Hill Park, near Garwyn Oaks, has an 18-hole disc golf course available.
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Baltimore events cater to diverse interests
The many parks around Garwyn Oaks hold special events and activities throughout the year. Druid Hill Park has 10K races, cookouts and bird tours. The Carrie Murray Nature Center in Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park has animal exhibits and weekly outdoor, interactive story times for children. With 6-mile proximity to downtown Baltimore, locals can easily get to the concerts, museums and festivals held in and around the Inner Harbor. Music enthusiasts can catch a concert at the Power Plant Live or Baltimore Soundstage venues, and animal lovers can explore Baltimore’s National Aquarium. Sports fans can cheer on the O’s at Camden Yards or the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. For those who enjoy celebrating creativity, Baltimore hosts Artscape, the largest free art festival in the country each summer.
Shopping at Mondawmin and grabbing a bite off Reisterstown
With Mondawmin Mall just about 2 miles away, residents have plenty of restaurants and retail stores. The mall has a Shoppers supermarket and pharmacy, while other nearby grocers include ShopRite and Aldi. Fast and casual dining options are sprinkled throughout Northwest Baltimore, though there are plenty of local spots, as well. Arlington Chicken and Fish serves up Philly cheesesteaks about 1 mile away, and Reisterstown Road leads to restaurants like David Chu’s China Bistro for kosher eats.
Sunny's Chicken and Fish is a popular spot to grab a quick bite near Garwyn Oaks.
Shoppers supermarket at Mondawmin Mall is the neighborhood favorite for groceries.
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Rowhouses and large detached homes in Garwyn Oaks
Colonial, traditional and Victorian influences can be seen in the neighborhood’s architecture. Signature Baltimore rowhouses with red brick and small porches pop up in the market, as well. Four-to-seven-bedroom properties range from about $225,000 to $400,000, though auctioned detached homes and rowhouses go for between $80,000 and $200,000. Newly remodeled and recently constructed houses typically fall above the $350,000 price point. Compact driveways occasionally cut through some of the neighborhood’s narrow sidewalks, though street parking is also common.
Traditional Baltimore rowhomes can be found on the edges of Garwyn Oaks.
Well-manicured lawns are the norm in Garwyn Oaks.
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Heading to Hilton Elementary or starting at nearby private schools
Students can attend Hilton Elementary School, which earns a C-minus grade on Niche. Families then have school choice for middle and upper grades. Kids often head to Booker T. Washington Middle School, which also scores a C-minus and has Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall as an alumnus. Frederick Douglass High is a nearby option for Grades 9 through 12 and has a C grade. Baltimore City Public Schools partners with the Baltimore City Community College to make higher-level curriculums accessible to all students. “They get a heads up on classes in high school,” Campbell says. “Anyone in BCPS can attend BCCC for free. They have an excellent nursing program.” Private options are available about 6 miles away at The Bryn Mawr School for girls and the Gilman School for boys. Both prekindergarten-through-12th-grade schools earn A-plus grades on Niche.
Hilton Elementary School entrance in Garwyn Oaks.
Frederick Douglass High School is a public school located in Baltimore MD.
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Transportation options in and around Garwyn Oaks
Garrison Boulevard runs along the eastern border of the neighborhood. This thoroughfare leads to Hilton Parkway and US 40, which serves as the quickest route into downtown Baltimore. The Maryland Transit Administration provides bus stops along Garrison Boulevard, and the closest metro station is under 2 miles away off West Cold Spring Lane. Commercial flights take off about 12 miles away from Baltimore/Washington International Airport, which also has both Light RailLink and Amtrak stops.
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Garwyn Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garwyn Oaks, Baltimore sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Garwyn Oaks, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $263,650, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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